| 298 runners toddled, trotted, and zipped
(how's that, Jim?) around Charlton in this annual toughie. The
last mile is seriously uphill. Runners have been known to walk
uphill, and not lose their place.
From the
Charlton Road Race web site: Charlton’s Old Home Day celebration is
held annually in September on Labor Day. It has been celebrated
continuously for over 100 years! At the turn of the century, townspeople
would gather for a few hours to socialize while contemplating the
pending change in seasons from summer to fall. Over time it has evolved
into a full day of fun and socializing. The present day celebration
includes a soap box derby race, high school reunions, a 5 mile running
race, bed races up and down Main St, and musical chairs. The Common is
filled with civic organizations providing food, games, and artist’s
displays. The celebration concludes with a parade and a presentation of
awards including one for Charlton’s “Citizen of the Year”.
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